Challenging flood maps comes with big price tag
Linn County property owners face higher flood insurance under new 100 year flood plain maps set to take effect April 5. Homeowners may appeal by hiring a licensed surveyor to measure elevations and file with FEMA, a process that can exceed $1,000, with typical costs around $500. Cedar Rapids resident Judy Higbee, facing a quadruple premium to 1,000, fears fixed income strain and a forced move.
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Flood plain change near Evans home sparks Marion complaints
In northwest Marion, Sherri Evans and others argue new development around Dry Creek Christopher Creek alters drainage and raises flood premiums with the April 5 map date. The Evans house built for quadriplegic ex-husband Dave includes an elevator and life-support features.
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Iowa Legislature approves texting while driving bill
The Iowa House 66-33 passes HF 2456 to ban texting while driving with exemptions for public safety, health care workers in emergencies, truck dispatches, and safety alerts. The Senate 37-12 backs the measure, sending it to Gov. Culver for signature. The bill does not apply to GPS use.
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Buying club scammed lowans, Miller warns
Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller seeks 36 million in restitution after a Polk County judge found Vertrue Inc and its marketers liable for a long running buying club scheme that billed Iowa residents 9.95 to 19.95 monthly charges. The scam affected more than 497000 residents and damaged credit ratings.
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